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Medium Sized Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

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TriBeCa, NYC Roof Garden: Deck, Bamboo Fence, Container Garden, Terrace, Planter
TriBeCa, NYC Roof Garden: Deck, Bamboo Fence, Container Garden, Terrace, Planter
Amber Freda Garden DesignAmber Freda Garden Design
This TriBeCa, NYC contemporary roof garden terrace design features dark grey fiberglass planters holding azaleas and spiral topiary evergreens and contrast nicely with brown bamboo roll fencing, wood fence, and wood interlocking deck tiles. This rooftop terrace is located in Manhattan's TriBeCa neighborhood. Read more about this garden on my blog, www.amberfreda.com.
Family garden with deck
Family garden with deck
Simon Orchard Garden DesignSimon Orchard Garden Design
© Simon Orchard
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Hampshire with a pergola.
Camano Island Beach House
Camano Island Beach House
Lane Williams ArchitectsLane Williams Architects
70's beach house gets its first makeover in 50 years.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Other.
Contemporary Pool & Patio
Contemporary Pool & Patio
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
Overlooking the pool is a stylish and comfortable Trex Transcends deck that is the perfect spot for poolside entertaining and outdoor dining. The black horizontal metal railing, extra-large cedar deck steps and deck skirting add the finishing touches to this relaxing and inviting Atlanta backyard retreat.
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Amersham Entertaining Garden
Chiltern Garden DesignChiltern Garden Design
Elegant dining furniture on the main terrace sits on a porcelain paved area between strips of clay pavers which delineate the space and break up the expanse of paving. A path curves through soft perennial planting, leading you to explore further down the garden.
Douglas Residence
Douglas Residence
Pasco DesignPasco Design
Extension to rear of Edwardian house, incorporating kitchen/living, bathroom, laundry and study. Sunken outdoor living and BBQ area directly off kitchen living for seamless indoor/outdoor living and access to pool. Built in benches around edge of outdoor living provides plenty of additional seating for entertaining. Pergola
Pickford Residence
Pickford Residence
AAHA StudioAAHA Studio
Backyard Deck Design
Medium sized contemporary back ground level glass railing terrace in Los Angeles with a fire feature and a pergola.
Elevated Entertaining
Elevated Entertaining
Mom's Design BuildMom's Design Build
This ipe deck is complete with a modern tiled fireplace wall, a wood accent privacy wall, a beer fridge with a keg tap, cable railings, a louvered roof pergola, outdoor heaters and stunning outdoor lighting. The perfect space to entertain a party or relax and watch TV with the family.
Street Covered Deck with patio
Street Covered Deck with patio
KNK Construction, LLCKNK Construction, LLC
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in Baltimore with a roof extension.
Oakland 3
Oakland 3
Green AlchemyGreen Alchemy
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in San Francisco with an outdoor kitchen and no cover.
The Bridge House
The Bridge House
UserUser
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Boston with a roof extension.
Contemporary Deck
Contemporary Deck
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Perth with a pergola.
Hanging Out In The Trees
Hanging Out In The Trees
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
dimmable LED lighting • bio fuel fireplace • ipe • redwood • glulam • cedar to match existing • granite bar • photography by Tre Dunham
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Austin with a fire feature and a roof extension.
Vinyl Covered Decks
Vinyl Covered Decks
Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.Mountain View Sun Decks Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary back terrace in Calgary.
Louvered Roofs
Louvered Roofs
Aesthetic Design & Build LlcAesthetic Design & Build Llc
This Des Peres, Missouri deck project features both an under deck ceiling and an opening and closing louvered roof. Fans can be installed for additional comfort, and the adjustable roof moves to allow any amount of sunlight you desire.
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
PLACE DU TERTRE_MONTMARTRE PARIS 18EME
THIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieurTHIERRY POUBEAU - Architecte d'intérieur
Photos : Eric Laignel
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in Paris with a potted garden and no cover.
Kingman Place
Kingman Place
AllenBuilt, Inc.AllenBuilt, Inc.
Allen Russ Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary back terrace in DC Metro with no cover and a potted garden.
Outdoor Living Room
Outdoor Living Room
SD Independent ConstructionSD Independent Construction
Custom Trex deck with cedar framed stainless steel cable railings. Custom shade sail and cedar framed structure provide shade for this outdoor dining space. Brown trex was used to cap off the natural wood railings for durability and ease of maintenance.
De Haro House
De Haro House
Levy Art + ArchitectureLevy Art + Architecture
Cesar Rubio
Medium sized contemporary roof rooftop terrace in San Francisco with no cover.
Vertical Cable Railing
Vertical Cable Railing
East Coast Cable SolutionsEast Coast Cable Solutions
Contemporary outdoor vertical cable railing for an unobstructed garden view. Photo: Ted Ruben J&L Building Products
Medium sized contemporary back terrace in Philadelphia with no cover.

Medium Sized Contemporary Terrace Ideas and Designs

There’s nothing quite like an outdoor space with a view and if you’re elevated up high then there’s more chance of getting that view. Even if you’re not blessed with a natural view from your home, an elevated space outdoors will at least give you the chance to survey the land in front of you; whether that’s a few square metres or whole acres! A terrace is one way of achieving this as it gives you the flat surface of a patio but elevated; either on a flat roof, as decking in your garden, or extending out from your house at ground level or higher. Whether a contemporary terrace is your only outside space and you want it to function as a garden or you’ll be using it as a dining or seating area, there are all sorts of contemporary design ideas, furniture, plants and accessory options to think about.

How do I decorate or design a contemporary roof garden?

UK homeowners are resourceful when it comes to outside space and will make the most of anything they can get their hands on, so it’s no wonder that in urban areas and cities we look to the roof for a place to get some rays. A contemporary roof terrace can work in just the same way as a decking area, but you just may need a few extra elements to make it more comfortable – a way of shading an area from the sun, perhaps a parasol or sun shade, a touch of green to break up the stark nature of a roof, and a drainage system that will stop rain water collecting in colder months. If you want to create a whole garden on your roof you’ll be a little more restricted than when on ground level. Plants may have to remain potted, but you can find companies that design and install green roofs – systems that allow plants to be planted into the roof surface. However, green roofs can be costly and tricky to install, so stick to pots and raised flower beds if you want to stay on the safe side. Loungers, deck chairs and rattan chairs are great pieces of roof garden furniture as they’re portable and can be moved around your rooftop garden easily; perfect for sun chasers. However, if you want to create a larger sense of space for your roof terrace design, think about built-in benches or seating around the sides or a corner of your roof garden.

What to consider when designing garden decking

A decked garden area may look simple once finished, but there are so many factors to consider when it comes to putting together decking ideas. You’ll need to think about the materials you want to use, the balustrades or railings you might choose, whether you will have a raised deck and decking steps, and whether you want decking lights.

Which decking material is best?

Composite decking is a popular choice for outdoor deck material because it offers a combination of practicality and style. The boards are made of wood and plastic fibres so that the classic wooden look is kept but the plastic fibres mean they will be much more durable and easier to maintain than traditional hardwood. If you can’t resist the natural look and feel of hardwood decking boards, then yellow balau, iroko and ipe decking are suitable outdoor boards that will give you the classic feel of a traditional wooden deck. Remember, with hardwood decking you will regularly need to treat the wood to keep it clean, waterproofed and to maintain the colour. As wood is usually more of an investment than composite or plastic decking, it’s a good idea to speak to decking specialists or timber merchants because they will be able to advise you on the best wood for your design and how best to treat it. You may find that different decking materials are better to suited to different types of terraces; whether that’s on a roof, in the garden or on a balcony. Whether you are designing a terrace, balcony or decked garden area from scratch, or just looking to decorate what you already have, take a look through the photos on Houzz to find terrace and balcony ideas and inspiration.
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